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Greg James, Jimmy Anderson and Felix White take an alternative (and sometimes musical) look at cricket...

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Jonty Rhodes, one of our favourite cricketers ever and arguably the best fielder the game has ever seen, is our very special guest this week. A whole generation of cricket fans, including us, grew up watching Jonty do things on a cricket field that h... more

The King of Spain, Ashley Giles, is our special guest on this week’s Tailenders. Inevitably we travel back to the 2005 Ashes series - the greatest series of all time - but also reflections on the highs and lows of professional sport, the genius of Ri... more

We get Jimmy’s ‘hot take’ on the Men’s Test Squad Announcement and the appointment of Marcus North as National Selector. Plus more Charisma Substitutes, Mattchin has a new challenge and has Tailenders' first Sponsorship deal collapsed in controversy ... more

Our very own Issy Wong has been selected for the England T20 World Cup Squad - but what was it like waiting for THAT call?

Plus what happened when the T20 Squad went on an Army Bootcamp, Jimmy kicks off about the Substitute rule in County Cricket, ... more

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Recent Guests

Jonty Rhodes
Former South African cricketer, legendary fielder
South Africa national cricket team
Episode: The Greatest Fielder of All Time: Jonty Rhodes
Ashley Giles
Ashes-winning cricketer, former England captain, MD/CEO of Worcestershire
Worcestershire County Cricket Club
Episode: Left Arm Spin Special: Ashley Giles.
Tymal Mills
Professional cricketer, pace bowler
Sussex, England cricket team
Episode: Tymal Mills: Fast Bowling and Franchises
Miles Davis
Local cricket talent who achieved a six-in-six spell
Penkridge Firsts
Episode: Tymal Mills: Fast Bowling and Franchises
Gavin Edgar
County cricket figure in Scotland, Police Scotland employee
Police Scotland
Episode: A Live Crisis (aka Good Headaches)
Cat Chimonides
Tailenders guest, cricket enthusiast
None
Episode: A Live Crisis (aka Good Headaches)
Izzy Wong
Tailenders guest, cricketer
Lancashire/County Cricket
Episode: A Live Crisis (aka Good Headaches)
Gaz (Jimmy's friend)
Jimmy Anderson's childhood cricket friend from Burnley
Burnley Cricket Club
Episode: Mystery Guest Match Special
Andrew Leonard
ICC commentator and supporter of associate cricket
International Cricket Council
Episode: The Associates

Hosts

Greg James
Host of Tailenders with a long-running presence in BBC cricket coverage; central figure in humor and hosting.
Jimmy Anderson
Co-host and regular contributor with a long cricketing pedigree and banter-heavy style.
Felix White
Co-host with strong music and cricket culture sensibilities; often drives quizzes and segments.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 8.5k ratings
  • Go well and listen well

    Great for cricket badgers, casual fans and the barely interested!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dilb3rt
    United Kingdom16 days ago
  • Always a happy place!

    Simply delightful!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Laurie Whitten
    Francea month ago
  • Podcasts. Human being ones.

    Thank you for having us on please leave a review.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ilpiratanegra
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • GO WELL

    Really really funny good amusing and insightful I started listening podcasts when for the love of cricket started I finished all of those and ones and had to find ones I like then I stumbled across these and now listen to these every night when I fall asleep and before school and this is just amazing sooo thank you,good night and GO WELL!!!! See you next week👋👋👋

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EB-P1313 😁😁😁
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Really good apart Felix talks too much

    Podchaser
    4
    george.storrow
    a month ago

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Fans praise the chemistry among hosts and the entertaining interviews with guests.
Humorous, welcoming and insightful take on cricket that balances expert discussion with comedic banter.

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The Greatest Fielder of All Time: Jonty Rhodes
Q: What did you learn from the 1999 semi-final that you carried into future roles?
He talks about leadership, accountability, and the idea that every player's contribution, including a bowler like Donald, matters in achieving a win, not just the batsmen.
The Greatest Fielder of All Time: Jonty Rhodes
Q: How did your era shape the modern challenges and opportunities for fielding in T20 and other formats?
He discusses how his approach—combining football and hockey instincts with cricket—paved the way for all-round athletic fielding in modern short-format cricket, influencing how players train and prepare.
The Greatest Fielder of All Time: Jonty Rhodes
Q: What are you most proud of in your fielding that changed how people view the role?
Rhodes highlights the shift from fielders being seen as mere ball-receivers to dynamic, impact players who actively influence games with anticipation, athleticism, and smart positioning.
Tymal Mills: Fast Bowling and Franchises
Q: As a bowler, fast bowler, who are you picking? What's the attack, please, Tymal?
Tymal names a mix of pace and variety with a few younger prospects and experienced options, highlighting how selection depends on form, fitness, and the opposing conditions.
Mystery Guest Match Special
Q: Are you a cricketer or were you a cricketer?
Yes, the guest has played cricket, setting up the six-question format.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tailenders

What is Tailenders about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lively, cricket-obsessed show that blends deep-dive chat, banter, and quirky segments with a strong sense of community. Across episodes, discussions rotate around squad news, county cricket culture, franchise cricket, and lighthearted takes on the social side of the game, often punctuated by guest interviews, quizzes, and audience interactions. A standout is the warm, informal chemistry among the three hosts, plus recurring bits around village cricket sponsorships and playful “what would X do” hypotheticals that give the show a distinctive, entertaining flavor. Potential listeners should expect accessible cricket conversation that blends analysis with humor and relatable fandom, appealing to both hardcore fans and casual listeners seeking... more

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Recent guests on Tailenders include:

1. Jonty Rhodes
2. Ashley Giles
3. Tymal Mills
4. Miles Davis
5. Gavin Edgar
6. Cat Chimonides
7. Izzy Wong
8. Gaz (Jimmy's friend)

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